How to Score 30+ in Numerical Ability for SBI Clerk Prelims 2024

The Numerical Ability section can be tricky yet one of the highest-scoring sections of the exam.  You can achieve a score of 30+ marks in the SBI Clerk Prelims 2024 exam with the right preparation strategy. The section tests candidates’ skills in multiple areas like arithmetic, number series, and data interpretation. To achieve this aim, it is important to master the important topics, practice regularly, and manage your time smartly. This blog will reflect on top tips to score maximum marks in the Numerical Ability part and how you can best utilize them to achieve 30+ marks in SBI Clerk Prelims 2024.

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Tips to Score 30+ in Numerical Ability for SBI Clerk Prelims 2024

The Numerical Ability section of the SBI Clerk Prelims 2024 exam requires you to be sharp with your calculations. You need to be quick in solving problems. You should focus on topics that have high-weightage, practice regularly, and improve your calculation skills to confidently solve/answer any question that comes your way. The following tips will guide you in improving your numerical ability and increasing your chances of scoring 30+ marks in this important section of the exam.

1.      Follow The Most Effective Plan & Analyze Your Performance

Make the most effective study plan that suits your study style perfectly. Follow it diligently without fail and keep practicing mock tests from the very beginning of your preparation till the end. In addition, keep analyzing your performance and focus on improving it further. Carefully analyse your mistakes and then try to avoid them in the next mock test. This practice will help you track your progress. Here is a perfect weekly plan that will help you cover all the topics from the Numerical Ability syllabus:

Week	Day	Topic/Activity	What to Do?
Week 1	Day 1-2	Number Series: Basic patterns, missing terms	Focus on detecting patterns
	Day 3-4	Simplification: Approximation techniques	Practice fast calculation methods
	Day 5	Practice Questions on Number Series and Simplification	30-40 questions to test speed and accuracy
	Day 6	Take a Free Mock Test & Focus on Numerical Ability	Review answers to identify weak points
	Day 7	Revision and analysis of mock test performance	Work on weak areas identified in the mock test
Week 2	Day 1-2	Data Interpretation: Bar graphs, pie charts	Focus on reading and interpreting data
	Day 3-4	Arithmetic: Percentage, Ratio & Proportion	Solve basic and intermediate level problems
	Day 5	Practice Questions on Data Interpretation and Arithmetic	30-40 questions focusing on accuracy and speed
	Day 6	Mock Test: Focus on Arithmetic and Data Interpretation	Evaluate timing and strategy
	Day 7	Review mock test and revise errors	Focus on improving calculation speed
Week 3	Day 1-2	Profit & Loss, Time and Work	Solve problems using short tricks
	Day 3-4	Speed, Time, Distance, and Average	Practice solving time-based problems quickly
	Day 5	Practice Questions on Profit & Loss, Speed, and Time	Aim for 30-40 questions with minimal errors
	Day 6	Mock Test: Focus on Profit & Loss, Speed & Distance	Track accuracy and speed improvements
	Day 7	Review errors and refine strategies	Focus on weak areas for faster problem-solving
Week 4	Day 1-2	Mixtures & Alligations, Simple Interest, Compound Interest	Apply concepts to practical problems
	Day 3-4	Practice on Alligations, Interest problems	Solve mixed problems for accuracy
	Day 5	Practice Questions on Mixtures, Interest	Aim for 30-40 questions with accurate solutions
	Day 6	Mock Test: Include Mixtures & Interest	Review performance and time management
	Day 7	Revise and analyze test performance	Focus on weak areas from mock tests
Week 5	Day 1-2	Data Interpretation: Tables, Line Graphs	Focus on detailed analysis and calculations
	Day 3-4	Arithmetic: Averages, Partnership, and Profit Sharing	Solve related problems with a timer
	Day 5	Practice on DI and Arithmetic	Aim for speed with accuracy in both topics
	Day 6	Mock Test: DI, Arithmetic	Review and revise based on performance
	Day 7	Analyze errors and improve speed	Focus on tricky questions and shortcuts
Week 6	Day 1-2	Number Series (Advanced), Missing Terms, Complex Series	Practice faster detection methods
	Day 3-4	Simplification and Approximation	Focus on shortcuts and mental math
	Day 5	Practice Questions on Number Series and Simplification	Solve 30-40 questions with a time limit
	Day 6	Mock Test: Focus on Speed and Accuracy	Review time taken per section
	Day 7	Review and rectify mistakes	Focus on improving weak areas in series and simplification
Week 7	Day 1-2	Time & Work, Profit & Loss	Solve mixed problems under time pressure
	Day 3-4	Speed, Time, Distance & Ratio Proportions	Speed drills and time-bound practice
	Day 5	Practice on Arithmetic topics, DI, Time & Work	Mix different types of problems for practice
	Day 6	Mock Test: All topics	Track your accuracy and speed improvements
	Day 7	Analyze mock test results and revise weak areas	Focus on time management and solving faster
Week 8	Day 1-2	Mixed Practice: All Numerical Ability topics	Focus on variety, quick thinking, and accuracy
	Day 3-4	Final Mock Test: Full-length	Simulate actual exam conditions
	Day 5	Mock Test Analysis: Focus on speed and accuracy	Identify last-minute areas to work on
	Day 6	Revision: Focus on key concepts	Quick review of important tricks and formulas
	Day 7	Final revision and relaxation before the exam	Rest and prepare mentally for the exam

2.      Cover Important Topics

As discussed above, you need to first learn about high-weightage topics and focus on them to maximize your score. This section includes most scoring topics like Number Series, Simplification/Approximation, Data Interpretation, and Arithmetic. Therefore, you should focus on practicing questions on these topics. They frequently come in the Numerical Ability section and have a significant part in the total score. Check out the table below for high-weightage topics for the Numerical Ability section in the SBI Clerk Prelims 2024:

Topic	Number of Questions	Weightage	Tips
Number Series	5-10	Moderate	Train your mind to identify patterns quickly and practice different types of series.
Simplification/Approximation	10-15	High	Practice basic calculations, percentages, and approximations to solve problems faster.
Data Interpretation	10-15	High	Work on bar charts, pie charts, and tables.
Arithmetic	5-10	Moderate	Master fundamental concepts like profit/loss, time & work, and averages.

3.      Master the Basics of Arithmetic

You need to master the basic arithmetic rules and formulae to master the Numerical Ability section. Practice questions on topics like profit and loss, time and work, percentages, speed and distance, and averages. Solve simple problems first and gradually, after gaining confidence move on to tougher questions. The more you practice, the more you’ll train your brain to quickly answer all types of questions.

4.      Practice Regularly with Mock Tests

If you want to get the real experience of the actual SBI Clerk Prelims 2024 then there’s nothing better than the mock test. Mock Test improves your speed and accuracy when you dedicatedly follow the feedback after taking a mock test and try to improve in the next one. It is important to take a timed mock test to get a real feel of the actual SBI Clerk 2024 exam. Simulate exam conditions. Practice solving all types of questions quickly to manage your time effectively during the real exam. Lastly, after taking every mock test analyze your mistakes properly. Try your best to improve your speed and accuracy with time-bound practice every day.

5.      Learn to Perfectly Apply Shortcuts

Short tricks and shortcuts can boost your calculations manifold in all topics like DI, simplification, number series, etc. These techniques can also save you valuable time during the exam preparation as well as during the exam. So, you should practice methods like eliminating options in number series. Use approximations in calculations. This will reduce difficulty or complications of any kind.

6.      Focus on Data Interpretation (DI)

Data Interpretation is also one of the most-scoring sections in the Numerical Ability section of the Prelims exam. So, you should practice different types of DI questions, such as bar charts, pie charts, and tabular data. Invest enough time in interpreting data quickly and accurately, as this will save you time and improve your score.

Takeaway

Follow all the important tips and tricks that we discussed above to make a perfect preparation and exam strategy to succeed in the SBI Clerk Quantitative Aptitude part of the exam. Practice mock tests and previous year papers regularly. This will help you revise concepts, improve your calculation speed, and understand exam and question patterns. Focus on learning shortcuts, formulas, and data interpretation techniques. Memorize cubes, squares, and tables for quick calculations and solve a variety of Quant questions to strengthen your foundation. Why? Because after mastering these techniques, you can tackle all types of difficult questions confidently. Regular practice will make you familiar with exam trends and difficulty levels. Maintain continuity in your preparation and allocate time wisely. At the end of your preparation process, you’ll be well-prepared for the SBI Clerk Quantitative Aptitude part of the SBI Clerk 2024 exam.

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